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| Capital | Nicosia |
| Government | Republic |
| Coin | Turkish lira |
| Surface | 3,355 km² |
| Population | 264.172 |
| Language | Turkish |
| Religion | Muslim 98% |
| Electricity | 240V/50Hz (UK plug) |
| Call code | 90392 |
| Internet TLD | .nc.tr |
| Time zone | UTC 2 |
 | Since the two regions of the island operate almost completely separate from the tourist's point of view, this article focuses on the northern part occupied by the Turks since 1974. This is not a political statement or a judgment on the ongoing dispute. For travel information about southern Cyprus, go to the article Cyprus. |
Northern Cyprus is the northern part of the island of Cyprus, south of Turkey. It is de facto governed by the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, which is recognized only by Turkey.
Towns
- Nicosia (Lefkoşa)- the divided capital of the island
- Gazimaguza (famagusta)
- Girne (Kyrenia)
- karpaz (Rizokarpaso)
- lefke (Lefka)
- Iskele
Other destinations
Islets near Northern Cyprus and villages.
Info
History
The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (Turkish: Kuzey Kıbrıs Turk Cumhuriyeti; Greek: Τουρκική Δημοκρατία της Βόρειας Κύπρου), in short Northern Cyprus, is a on the northern part of the Mediterranean island Cyprus located Turkish Republic that only by Turkey is recognized. The rest of the world formally considers this occupied territory of the Republic of Cyprus. In fact, also acknowledged Bangladesh and Pakistan very soon the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, but under pressure from the United States in particular, they had to withdraw their recognition. Negotiations are currently underway with the European Union to lift Northern Cyprus out of its economic isolation.
The area covers 3355 km² (one third of the island of Cyprus) and is mainly home to Turks, the majority of whom are originally Turkish Cypriots or partly Turkish Cypriots. Settlers from Turkey form a large minority. During the occupation, many Greeks fled to the south of the island - or were expelled to the south - and almost the entire Turkish minority from the south fled to the north - or were expelled to the north. The reason for the occupation was that Greek Cypriots - who formed the majority at 77% - aspired to enosis, unification with Greece. To achieve this goal, some Greek Cypriots, with the support of the junta then in power in Greece, staged a coup d'état, which Turkey saw as a threat to the Turkish Cypriot population. This was followed in 1974 by a Turkish invasion and in 1983 the part occupied by Turkey declared itself independent under the name Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. And since then there is its own Flag of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.
This flag is largely based on the flag of Turkey, with which the country has close political and cultural ties. In the original 1984 design, the Turkish flag was used with two white stripes over it. The following year, the colors were reversed, resulting in the current flag.
Along the road from the Cypriot capital Nicosia nasty Kyrenia a huge Turkish Cypriot flag can be seen. This flag is made of lime and is displayed by lamps when it is dark. The flag is located in the mountains above Nicosia, making it easy to see from the city, which is seen as a provocation by the Greek Cypriots.
Included next to the flag is a quote from Atatürk "Ne Mutlu Türküm Diyene".
climate
Northern Cyprus has a Mediterranean climate, with all precipitation between November and April.
Population
Mostly Turkish Cypriots live in this region.
Culture
Cypriots have their own culture that is very similar to the Turkish and Greek
Holidays
November 15 independence day and January 1.
Arrive
By plane
There is one international airport: Ercan Airport.
By boat
- Famagusta has a ferry connection with Mersin (Turkey).
- Girne has a ferry connection with Tasucu (Turkey).
- Girne has a ferry connection with Alanya (Turkey).
Travel around
In Northern Cyprus you drive on the left! Rental cars can be recognized by the license plate and are not allowed to enter the Greek region. Pay close attention to the speed because there are many speed cameras. But you can also go by taxi or public transport.
Language
The population speaks Turkish Cypriot, Turkish and English.
To look at
- Buffavento Kasteel Castle
- Kantara . Castle
- Castle Saint Hilarion
- Salamis
- Agios Johannis Chrysostom Monastery
- Apostolos Andrea Monastery
- Cape Apostolos Andreas
- golden beach
- Mavi Kosk (Blue house)
To do
Northern Cyprus is rich in culture, history and landscapes, all of Cyprus in fact and it also has a nice climate. So there is something for everyone to do. For example, you can swim or go to the beach, eat out, walk, cycle and much more. You can also go to the cinema.
To buy
In the northern part you can pay in addition to the Turkish Lira, in general you also have to pay with euros. Just like in Turkey, you can often haggle.
Cost
The cost of staying is fairly cheap compared to the southern part of Cyprus.
Food
Throughout Northern Cyprus there are several restaurants with various cuisines at reasonable prices. There are many restaurants that are run by Brits.
Going out
In Northern Cyprus you can just go out. You can eat out, to cafes and bars or to chic restaurants. But you can also go to one of the many casinos.
stay overnight
Staying overnight is no problem, there is always a hotel. The people there offer a good service and welcome tourists with open arms. The Cypriots are also known for their hospitality.
To learn
There are schools and universities.
To work
Important sources of employment are tourism, the service sector and trade with Turkey.
Safety
It's not unsafe.
Health
There are modern hospitals.
respect
Taking pictures of military posts, installations and barricades is discouraged, especially near the ceasefire line (“Green Line”), and in the vicinity of Turkish military areas.
Contact
With the GSM there is a good connection almost everywhere via Turk Telekom.
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